Vegetarian Classic Grilled Peaches
Summer fruit doesn't get much better than a perfectly caramelized peach straight off the grill, and this recipe delivers that magic with just a handful of pantry staples. Ripe but firm peaches hold their shape beautifully over high heat, developing deep grill marks and a golden, jammy cut surface that looks almost too good to eat. A simple glaze of melted butter, honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt is all it takes to coax out an incredible depth of flavor — sweet, warm, and just slightly smoky from the grill. The technique is straightforward: a few undisturbed minutes cut-side down, a flip, another brush of that honey-butter, and you're done. Served warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream, the contrast of hot caramelized fruit and cold creamy sweetness is genuinely hard to beat. Fresh mint adds a bright, herby finish that makes the whole plate feel a little fancy without any extra effort. This is the kind of effortless dessert that earns serious compliments every single time.
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4 servings
- 4 ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or grapeseed)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch kosher salt
For serving
- vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat an outdoor grill or grill pan over high heat until very hot, about 5 minutes. Brush the grates or pan surface with the neutral oil.
- 2
Stir together the melted butter, honey, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl until combined. Brush the cut side of each peach half generously with the honey-butter mixture, reserving the remainder for basting.
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